Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Glengoyne
£153
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 58.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £153.45 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice is better value at £153 vs £199.
For beginners: Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£153.45 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £153.45)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail